I was born in Utah but grew up in Indiana. I returned to the mountains as soon as I could and have never looked back. Growing up, track was the focus but that has now shifted to trying to move quickly and efficiently through the mountains, both on skis or by foot. Part of the impetus for a light and fast style is a busy work and family life so I want to ski or run as much as possible in the limited time I have. This has led to some exciting days trying to climb and ski big peaks like Mount Rainier or the Grand Teton in a morning to be back by lunch. I've always felt like more skiing equals more fun and since at this stage of life I don't have the time to go on expeditions, I better find ways to fit in the fun every day. By combining a little fitness with the super light gear SCARPA has developed, what we can do in a day is now only limited by our imaginations.

Favorite SCARPA product: The Alien 1.0

What other SCARPA product do you use: All the
running shoes (the Sparks, Tempo, Tru, and Ignite

Your biggest influence growing up: Probably my dad.
He instilled a love for the mountains and got us excited to hike or climb
anything and everything we could, even though we lived in Indiana.

Biggest idol in your sport growing up: I didn't
really start skiing or trail running until after college. Before that I
was more of a road/track athlete. So during the growing up phase of
mountain sports, inspiration has come from Sam and Jared Inouye, the famous
Killian, my brother, Brian Harder, and all my other partners.

What age did you start skiing: 24

How would you describe your style: Trying to go
light and fast to see and do as much as possible.

What can't you live without: Family, ice cream,
snow

What keeps you motivated: My brother is
my most regular partner and we tend to motivate eachother

If you could be a super hero who: Any of the
ones that can fly.

Guilty pleasure song: Katy Perry

Favorite junk food: Ice Cream

Favorite post activity drink: Coke

Best excuse to skip training: To sleep...with
two little boys and a chaotic work schedule, sleep is underrated.

Go-to dance move: I don't dance...I suck too bad.

Favorite ice cream: Anything with candy bars.

Coffee or tea: Neither. Both are nasty.

What do you do on off days: Typically an off day is
forced by working the whole day or because of family duties.

Last movie to make you cry: I don't make
tears. Just kidding, I find a lot of movies to be heart warming. Last
one was the Secret Life of Walter Mitty.

Favorite classic movie: Gladiator

What's on your ipod: Everything from Dr. Dre to
Katy Perry to Electronic or Indie